Smithsonian collects Indian stereographs from local dealer
Local collector Allen has built a vast Indian stereograph archive now stored in a basement of an office building with drawers labeled Military Mining Disasters Fires Occupations Railroads and Steamboats. The Smithsonian Archives purchased Allen’s American Indian stereographs, valuing field portraits over portraits, and highlight a Sioux chief Two Bears card.
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Blanket Quest at Altman’s Ends in Enduring Memory
Mary Cantwell recalls a first day of B. Altman’s going out of business sale. Amid crushing crowds for blankets and linens she seeks solidity and a lasting image of domestic virtue, choosing a merino blanket to symbolize memory and hope.
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